Summary:
The conversation discusses various LeBron James memorabilia, including a pair of LeBron autographed shoes, a high school game-used mouthpiece, and LeBron 6 Beaverton player exclusive sneakers. The user is interested in selling these items and seeks appraisal and potential sale. They also discuss Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's memorabilia collection and upcoming auction, expressing interest in acquiring some items.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The shoes in question are LeBron James' autographed 2004 All-Star Game edition Nike shoes.
2. The owner has had these shoes for 10 years and hopes to sell them for a high price due to their rarity.
3. LeBron James signed the shoes when the owner tossed them to him at a Cavs game in 2004.
4. The shoes were LeBron's first signature shoe, and Nike gave him a $90 million deal even before he played in the NBA.
5. LeBron attempted to enter the NBA draft right after high school, but the NBA deemed him too young.
6. There was a discussion about the authenticity of LeBron's signature on the shoes.
7. An expert appraised the shoes' value at around $350 to $400.
8. The owner was disappointed with an initial offer of $200 for the shoes and decided not to sell them.
9. The owner also had LeBron James' high school game-used mouthpiece, hoping to sell it for $12,000.
10. The mouthpiece was confirmed to be genuine based on a photo and considered a rare collectible.
11. The mouthpiece had LeBron's number (23) and his mother's name (Gloria) on it.
12. An offer of $2,300 was negotiated, and the owner agreed to sell it for that price.
13. The owner also had a pair of LeBron 6 Beaverton player exclusives, which were never released to the public.
14. These shoes were connected to LeBron's World Tour 2008 before the Olympics.
15. An offer of $2,000 was accepted for the LeBron 6 Beaverton shoes.
16. The owner expressed a desire to purchase memorabilia from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's collection, which includes MVP awards, goggles, and other iconic items.
17. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is known for his achievements in basketball, acting, writing, and philanthropy, particularly through his Sky Hook Foundation.